How much is the bus ticket from Harrisburg to Newark?

The cheapest bus tickets from Harrisburg to Newark start from $31. The average price for this route is around $48. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Harrisburg to Newark?

The average bus trip duration from Harrisburg to Newark is 4h 10m, covering a distance of 146 miles (236 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 40m and is operated by Wanda Coach .

Which bus companies service the Harrisburg to Newark route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , OurBus , Fullington , Wanda Coach , Amtrak .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Harrisburg to Newark?

The earliest bus departs from Harrisburg to Newark at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Harrisburg to Newark?

A bus trip from Harrisburg to Newark generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Harrisburg to Newark?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Harrisburg to Newark?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Harrisburg to Newark?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is OurBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Harrisburg to Newark?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Harrisburg to Newark from $27 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Harrisburg to Newark on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	9:10pm	Harrisburg Bus Station	4h 10m	1:20am	Newark Penn Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Harrisburg to Newark on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:30pm	Harrisburg Bus Station	3h 35m	6:05pm	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:20am	Harrisburg Bus Station	3h 5m	3:25am	Newark Penn Station	Fastest
Bus	5:40am	Harrisburg Bus Station	4h 10m	9:50am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	12:15pm	Harrisburg Bus Station	3h 25m	3:40pm	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	10:25am	Harrisburg Bus Station	5h 5m	3:30pm	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Harrisburg to Newark on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:25am	Harrisburg Bus Station	5h 5m	3:30pm	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:20am	Harrisburg Bus Station	3h 5m	3:25am	Newark Penn Station	Fastest
Bus	5:40am	Harrisburg Bus Station	4h 10m	9:50am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	12:15pm	Harrisburg Bus Station	3h 25m	3:40pm	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	2:30pm	Harrisburg Bus Station	3h 35m	6:05pm	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Harrisburg to Newark on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:25am	Harrisburg Bus Station	5h 5m	3:30pm	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:20am	Harrisburg Bus Station	3h 5m	3:25am	Newark Penn Station	Fastest
Bus	5:40am	Harrisburg Bus Station	4h 10m	9:50am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	12:15pm	Harrisburg Bus Station	3h 25m	3:40pm	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	9:10pm	Harrisburg Bus Station	4h 10m	1:20am	Newark Penn Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Harrisburg to Newark

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

4h 10mAverage Duration

146 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$31 - $110	Average Duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$49 - $338	Average Duration3h 14m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Harrisburg and Newark?

Stops in Harrisburg

A
Harrisburg Bieber Greyhound Station
411 Market St, Harrisburg, PA 17101

Stops in Newark

A
Penn Station
1 Raymond Plaza West, Newark, NJ 07102
B
Newark Liberty International Airport
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Greyhound

3.5/587,407 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/511,470 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

OurBus

4/53,157 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

With about 1 daily trips between Harrisburg and Newark, Ourbus offers competitive fares, clean and comfortable intercity bus travel. Their buses have free WiFi, clean bathrooms, complimentary bottled water, extra legroom and power outlets. They are known for providing excellent customer service, reflecting one of the industry's highest review rates. OurBus does not charge fees to reschedule tickets, which can be changed up to 30 minutes before travel time.

Fullington

Wanda Coach

2.5/5650 reviews

Staff3

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.4

Wifi1.7

Wanda Coach is one of the main Chinatown bus carriers in the US, connecting about 75 cities around the country with inexpensive tickets and comfortable bus rides. Wanda Coach buses travel between Chinatown neighborhoods with direct buses that are affordable, safe and have convenient pick-up and drop-off locations. If you travel with Wanda Coach, you can reschedule your tickets for a $10 fee up to 2 hours before travel time, and their buses have free WiFi, power outlets and bathrooms.

Amtrak

4/55,611 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Harrisburg to Newark, NJ by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Harrisburg to Newark?
The cheapest bus tickets from Harrisburg to Newark start from $31. The average price for this route is around $48. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Harrisburg to Newark?
The average bus trip duration from Harrisburg to Newark is 4h 10m, covering a distance of 146 miles (236 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 40m and is operated by Wanda Coach.
Which bus companies service the Harrisburg to Newark route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, OurBus, Fullington, Wanda Coach, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Harrisburg to Newark?
The earliest bus departs from Harrisburg to Newark at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Harrisburg to Newark?
A bus trip from Harrisburg to Newark generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Harrisburg to Newark?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Harrisburg to Newark?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Harrisburg to Newark?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is OurBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Harrisburg to Newark?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/26

$85

11/27

$69

Today

$59

11/29

$56

11/30

$69

12/01

$37

12/02

$39

12/03

$30

The cheapest trip from Harrisburg to Newark, NJ was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $30

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Harrisburg to Newark, NJ, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $30 to $116 for a bus ticket from Harrisburg to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2025-12-03.